What's on in Colinton

City of Edinburgh, Scotland

Colinton has Colinton Parish Church and St Cuthbert's Church Hall giving the calendar a strong community backbone. That is good news for anyone who likes their local plans with a church-hall table somewhere in the background. Near Here pulls Colinton events together so the useful dates are easier to spot. Check individual listings for times, access notes, and any booking details before heading out.

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Festivals & Events

Waterside Summer Festival

Waterside Summer Festival? At Garvald Centre? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Thu 4 JunGarvald Centre(1.9mi)

via Garvald CentreLocal gem

Community

TV, CD, Bi & Admirers Night

Join us for our regular TV, CD, Bi & Admirers night, no need to book, just come along

Thu 4 JunAfterdark(2mi)

via AfterdarkLocal gem

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Community

Being good news people in today's missional context - Edinburgh

Join us for a leaders gathering with Gavin Calver and Phil Knox, hosted by the Evangelical Alliance in Scotland

Thu 4 JunEvangelical Alliance(2.5mi)

via Evangelical AllianceLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

ICAS Black Members Network Summer Catch up – London

A relaxed summer catch‑up for members of the ICAS Black Members Network to connect, share experiences and build meaningful relationships.

Thu 4 JunICAS(2.8mi)

via ICASLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

Meet the President & CA Rising Stars 2026 Awards Ceremony London

Join us at the OXO Tower for the address from the new ICAS President and CA Rising Stars Awards Ceremony.

Thu 4 JunICAS(2.8mi)

via ICASLocal gem

Community

Open Meeting for Bookworms (on Zoom)

Newcomers welcome! We don’t read a specific book together, everyone shares what they have been reading recently. Zoom details available via our newsletter .

Thu 4 JunGerman Speaking Congregation(3.2mi)

via German Speaking CongregationCurated

Live Music

BAFTA Games in Concert

BAFTA Games in Concert. Usher Hall. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Thu 4 JunUsher Hall(3.3mi)

via Usher HallLocal gem

Community

Around £7.50

Edinburgh Fringe programme

Find out how you can get hold of the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe printed programme.

Thu 4 JunEdinburgh Festival Fringe(3.8mi)

via Edinburgh Festival FringeLocal gem

Community

Best of the Fringe

Get a taste of the Fringe ALL YEAR ROUND! With a different line-up each night, featuring some of the country's top acts, award-winning festival favourites and the very best up-and-coming talent.

Thu 4 JunMonkey Barrel Comedy(3.9mi)

via Monkey Barrel ComedyLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Open Silent Meditation

The Salisbury Centre is offering a welcoming space for silent community meditation every weekday In the morning at 8:00 – 8:30 am, and In the afternoon at 5:30 – 6:00 pm. Additionally, there is a meditation every Friday 12:00-12:45 pm. These meditations are non-denominational and accessible to all; no experience is needed. The form is 30 minutes of silence, sometimes started with a dedication or invocation. You may sit in any way you find comfortable. A selection of chairs, cushions, stools and even blankets are provided. Practicalities These are 30-minute sessions of silent contemplation (except for Friday 12pm one, which is 45 mins), run by volunteers. Whilst these meditations are not guided as such, feel free to ask if you have any questions or concerns before or after the meditation. Everybody is welcome to just drop in, no need to book ahead. To read more about the importance of meditation at The Salisbury Centre, go here. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start. Cushions and blankets provided. Donations toward the upkeep of the Centre are very welcome but not necessary. If you’d like to help with hosting, please email Important note about cancellations We try our best not to cancel these sessions, but occasionally, it happens at the last minute. To make sure a slot you’re planning to attend isn’t cancelled, please check the Events section of the

Thu 4 Jun09:00Salisbury Centre(3.7mi)

via Salisbury Centre

Community

Blackhall PS Taster Session

Blackhall Bowling Club is putting on Blackhall PS Taster Session and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Thu 4 Jun10:30Blackhall Bowling Club(3.4mi)

via Blackhall Bowling Club

Community

Food Bank+

Newington FoodBank+ is held at The King's Hall on a Thursday between 10.30 - 12.30. We offer food and basic toiletries to those in situations of crisis, as well as the opportunity to build relationships and share the love of God!

Thu 4 Jun10:30The King's Hall(3.6mi)

via The King's Hall

Community

2026-06-04 10:00 - Coffee Plus

Time: Thursday, 4 June 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: Meet at in the main hall

Thu 4 Jun11:00St Thomas' Church(3mi)

via St Thomas' Church

Community

Coffee Plus

Time: Thursday, 4 June 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: Meet at in the main hall

Thu 4 Jun11:00St Thomas' Church(3mi)

via St Thomas' Church

Theatre

Very Inclusive Play Club

Very Inclusive Play Club 10am - 11.30am A group for children 0-6 with additional support needs and their parents. Bond, have fun and share your experience with others. Learn techniques and strategies to support your child’s by the Very Inclusive Play Club .

Thu 4 Jun11:00Bridgend Inspiring Growth(4.1mi)

via Bridgend Inspiring GrowthCurated

Community

Making for Bridgend Group

Making for Bridgend Group 10am – 1pm Create items from reused materials to support the farmhouse’s aims of sustainability. Proceeds go to the community. For more info, contact .

Thu 4 Jun11:00Bridgend Inspiring Growth(4.1mi)

via Bridgend Inspiring GrowthCurated

Children & Family

CREATE (for 0-5 year olds & their parents/carers)

Weekly drop-in creative sessions for children (ages 0-5) with their parents/carers on Thursdays, 10am – 12pm Sessions also take place on Saturdays – click here for more information For families living in the local areas of Muirhouse, Pilton, Granton & Drylaw Places are available each week on a first-come, first served basis and we cannot guarantee a place at every session. We recommend arriving in good time for the start of the session to avoid disappointment. FREE but registration is required. Please COMPLETE THIS ONLINE FORM to register your child for CREATE. (If you have already completed a Child Registration Form for 2025/26, there’s no need to complete a new one.) About CREATE: CREATE is an art-making experience for early years, that engages parents and carers in messy play with the children, aged 5 and under, in their care. Running two mornings a week the project aims to provide active childhood experiences for adults and children. CREATE provides the resources, ideas and creative inspiration for a range of activities that can often be replicated in the home environment using recycled, low-cost and easily obtainable materials. No previous experience is needed, all abilities welcome! A healthy snack is provided for all attending. Sessions may take place indoors – or sometimes outdoors if weather permits!

Thu 4 Jun11:00Muirhouse Library(4.4mi)

via Muirhouse Library

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What's on in Colinton

Waterside Summer Festival

TV, CD, Bi & Admirers Night

What's on near Colinton, in your inbox

Being good news people in today's missional context - Edinburgh

ICAS Black Members Network Summer Catch up – London

Meet the President & CA Rising Stars 2026 Awards Ceremony London

Open Meeting for Bookworms (on Zoom)

BAFTA Games in Concert

Edinburgh Fringe programme

Best of the Fringe

Open Silent Meditation

Blackhall PS Taster Session

Food Bank+

2026-06-04 10:00 - Coffee Plus

Coffee Plus

Very Inclusive Play Club

Making for Bridgend Group

CREATE (for 0-5 year olds & their parents/carers)

Waterside Summer Festival

TV, CD, Bi & Admirers Night

What's on near Colinton, in your inbox

Being good news people in today's missional context - Edinburgh

ICAS Black Members Network Summer Catch up – London

Meet the President & CA Rising Stars 2026 Awards Ceremony London

Open Meeting for Bookworms (on Zoom)

BAFTA Games in Concert

Edinburgh Fringe programme

Best of the Fringe

Open Silent Meditation

Blackhall PS Taster Session

Food Bank+

2026-06-04 10:00 - Coffee Plus

Coffee Plus

Very Inclusive Play Club

Making for Bridgend Group

CREATE (for 0-5 year olds & their parents/carers)